I don't know how you deal with repairs or how you maintain your vehicle. I agree with setting aside a truck/maintenance payment and drive what you have. If my high mileage vehicle breaks down there is always a shop where it can be fixed or if major failure replaced. Since I'm retired and don't have to get back to work I have the time to explore the area while waiting on repairs if necessary. I keep my vehicles for a lot of miles and in good mechanical condition. I have yet to be stranded or broke down. It boils down to what you feel comfortable with.
